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04-08-2011 09:56 PM

Da Plant Man

If we don't have time, we can take a taxi. We will be taking the bus, trolly, and other form of public transportation. I know I make it sound like we are only walking but we are most likely going to utilize public transportation. Sides, if you don't get to go to AFA before the game, there should be time afterwards.

04-08-2011 06:06 PM

djscotty

I think CSNBayarea is giving free rides on the bicycle carts for todays game. Try and pick up one of those on embarcadero

We are going to go to take Bart from Walnut creek to Embarcadero, then walk to Golden gate park (google says its only 5.4 miles. No biggie.). From there we can explore for around a hour, go to AFA, the bonsai shop, then AT&T park. We will most likely take a bus for half of it. Not all of it is going to be walking. Basically, its going to be a big loop. We are going to see the botanical gardens at the park. If we don't have time to go to AFA, we can always go after the game.

I think you've grossly underestimated the time required to walk 5.5 miles in the city. And then AT&T park is back on the opposite side.

In a time crunch link this, I'd be taking a taxi. For the two rides you need, you'd total out at 40 bucks, likely.

04-08-2011 05:02 PM

Da Plant Man

Dont think we can make it that far away. Let alone go to a factory. I would be my Mom's best friend if I were to go though.

04-08-2011 07:18 AM

4f1hmi

If you are fond of Ghiradelli chocolates, visit their factory outlet in San Leandro. You can buy really cheap chocolates by the boxes. Not the shop at at the embarcadero as they sell them only at retail price. chow!

Enjoy it Taco!
San Francisco is a great city. Lots of cool things to see and do.
Also, have fun at the wedding!

04-08-2011 06:45 AM

Da Plant Man

I am jealous of myself, very rarely do I get out like this

04-07-2011 11:18 PM

deleted_user_16

*sigh* I wish I could go to opening day. I am very jealous of you

04-07-2011 05:08 PM

Da Plant Man

Leaving today!

We are going to go to take Bart from Walnut creek to Embarcadero, then walk to Golden gate park (google says its only 5.4 miles. No biggie.). From there we can explore for around a hour, go to AFA, the bonsai shop, then AT&T park. We will most likely take a bus for half of it. Not all of it is going to be walking. Basically, its going to be a big loop. We are going to see the botanical gardens at the park. If we don't have time to go to AFA, we can always go after the game.

I'm going up there this weekend. Weather is suppose to be really nice up there. It's a good 2 hour drive from where I"m at. For what reasons of going there? None really. Just wanted to take the new car for a nice day of cruising along with sight seeing.

Will you be at AFA on sunday? I want to at least try to meet up with one forum member.

I am going to be there at opening (noon) I think. If not then, most likely around 5:00pm

04-07-2011 05:15 AM

Jaggedfury

I'm going up there this weekend. Weather is suppose to be really nice up there. It's a good 2 hour drive from where I"m at. For what reasons of going there? None really. Just wanted to take the new car for a nice day of cruising along with sight seeing.

Keep in mind the tow bridge is $5 to pass, and $5 to leave I think? It might have gone up again as usual.

But none the less, it's a cool cruise to Frisco if the weather is nice.

I have a question...would it be cheaper to buy the ADA amazonian soil I need be cheaper if I buy it from the store and put the bags in my suitcase on the plane (I get two bags and a carry on for free ) or just deal with shipping? I would take hiking back pack that is used for like 1 or two week trips so that way I could carry it easily. If it saves me $15 I think its worth it, but if not I am just going to deal with shipping.

I think if you carry it on the plane for free it'll be a few bucks cheaper, but not by much.

04-01-2011 10:42 PM

Da Plant Man

I have a question...would it be cheaper to buy the ADA amazonian soil I need be cheaper if I buy it from the store and put the bags in my suitcase on the plane (I get two bags and a carry on for free ) or just deal with shipping? I would take hiking back pack that is used for like 1 or two week trips so that way I could carry it easily. If it saves me $15 I think its worth it, but if not I am just going to deal with shipping.

03-29-2011 01:44 AM

mistergreen

I've always liked the non touristy places.

I'd walk across the GG Bridge, go to Japan town and North Beach. China town was a bit disappointing unless you just want to eat there.